Stonestreet captured his second Emmy for his character Cameron Tucker, the gay stay-at-home dad in the ensemble comedy, which has become televison’s highest rated sitcom. His first Emmy for his portrayal of the role was in 2010.

Eric Stonestreet

“I wouldn’t be standing here without Jesse Tyler Ferguson, there is no Cam without Mitch,” he said, saluting his co-star. “We get the awesome opportunity to play these two characters on TV and show America and the world what a loving couple we can be just like everybody else.”

“I never knew I’d be on TV as a gay man, but I love the pictures of hairy chests you guys are sending me!” he added.